ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (IDHS) - Vocational Rehabilitation Program
Address
2740 Grand Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
(800) 843-6154
www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29737
Service Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
AKA:
IDHS
Description:
Provides assistance to individuals with disabilities to help seek employment. Services include:
- Evaluation to determine vocational potential
- Counseling to select vocational goals
- Job placement assistance
- Guidance on how employment will affect SSDI/SSI benefits
Offers specialized VR services for people who are:
- Blind or Visually Impaired
- Deaf or Hard of Hearing
- Hispanic or Latino with disabilities
Also, helps high school students who have disabilities plan for their futures after high school graduation through Transition and STEP programs.
Eligibility:
- Must be individuals with disabilities between 16-64 years of age
- Must have a significant physical or mental impairment that makes it difficult to go to work
Languages:
Spanish
American Sign Language
Interpreter services available
Program Fees:
No fee
Intake Process:
Call or visit the website to apply
Documents required:
- Documentation of disability from physician
Contacts
Program Contact Information
Primary Contact
Program Contact Information
(847) 244-8474
Phone Numbers
DHS Help Line, Toll Free
(800) 843-6154
DHS Help Line, TTY
(866) 324-5553
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
2740 Grand Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
Mailing
2740 Grand Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Wishlist:
None
Volunteer Opportunities:
None
Legal Status:
State
Date of Official Change:
December 24, 2024
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Geography Served
- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake County
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